2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 19 L |
